UK FCA Publishes Crypto Authorization Guidance and Opens Application Window

1. #0109.16
   Initial2026-09-16 13:12 · publication time

   FCA Guidance Lands Two Weeks Before UK Crypto Authorization Window Opens

   The FCA published perimeter guidance on which crypto activities require authorization, two weeks before the UK application window opens on September 30 and ahead of the regime taking effect on October 25, 2027.

   Source evidence: Decrypt

2. #0209.16
   Confirmation2026-09-16 19:19 · publication time

   UK FCA sets crypto authorization guidance ahead of September application window

   The FCA guidance is now described as final, specifies covered crypto activities, states that existing registrations/permissions will not automatically convert, and adds a Feb. 28, 2027 transitional application deadline.

   State after update: The UK FCA has published final crypto authorization guidance; the application window opens Sept. 30, existing registrations do not automatically convert, firms seeking transitional arrangements face a Feb. 28, 2027 deadline, and the new regime takes effect Oct. 25, 2027.

   Source evidence: Cointelegraph

3. #0309.18
   Confirmation2026-09-18 18:45 · publication time

   FCA draws the UK boundary for offshore crypto platforms ahead of 2027 rules

   Added territorial boundary rules from the FCA's final perimeter guidance for offshore crypto platforms: overseas platforms, custody, and staking providers serving UK consumers may fall within the authorization perimeter, with details on the 'UK consumer' definition, Section 418 deeming provisions, and agent/principal trading conditions.

   State after update: The UK FCA has published final crypto authorization perimeter guidance, including territorial boundary rules for when offshore platform, custody, and staking services require UK authorization; the application window opens Sept. 30, 2026, transitional applications close Feb. 28, 2027, the new regime takes effect Oct. 25, 2027, and existing registrations/permissions do not automatically convert.

   Source evidence: CryptoSlate

4. #0409.30
   Confirmation2026-09-30 09:03 · publication time

   【英国 FCA 开放加密企业授权申请，新监管制度将于 2027 年 10 月生效】

   The UK FCA began accepting cryptoasset authorization applications on Sept. 30, 2026, moving the application window from 'opening soon' to open; applications must be filed by Feb. 28, 2027 and are subject to substantive consumer protection, custody, market integrity, and financial resilience criteria.

   State after update: The UK FCA crypto authorization application window is now open, with firms required to apply by Feb. 28, 2027; the new regime takes effect Oct. 25, 2027, approval is not automatic, and firms that do not meet the criteria will not be able to continue providing regulated cryptoasset services in the UK.

   Source evidence: foresightnews · The Block · theblockbeats

5. #0509.30
   Confirmation2026-09-30 12:06 · publication time

   FCA opens crypto authorization window ahead of 2027 UK regime

   The UK's FCA opened its crypto authorization application window with a Feb. 28, 2027 deadline ahead of a regime taking effect Oct. 25, 2027, requiring firms to obtain new authorization rather than relying on existing money laundering registrations.

   Source evidence: Cointelegraph · CoinDesk

6. #0610.01
   Confirmation2026-10-01 17:00 · publication time

   UK’s 2027 crypto rules could block new business with existing customers

   Added key details of the FCA's temporary saving provision: eligible existing providers that apply within the Sept. 30, 2026–Feb. 28, 2027 window and remain undecided at commencement on Oct. 25, 2027 may continue relevant services and take on new business subject to conditions, with protection capped at two years; late applicants still pending at commencement are limited to pre-existing contracts, cannot enter new contracts with existing or new UK customers, and enter a restricted run-off of up to two years with notification duties to the FCA and existing contract parties.

   State after update: The UK FCA crypto authorization application window opened Sept. 30, 2026, closes Feb. 28, 2027, and the full regime starts Oct. 25, 2027. Eligible existing providers that apply on time and remain undecided at commencement can rely on the temporary saving provision to continue relevant services and take new business subject to conditions and a two-year cap; late applicants still pending at commencement are limited to pre-existing contracts, cannot enter new contracts, and enter restricted run-off. Approval is not automatic, and existing AML registration does not automatically convert.

   Source evidence: CryptoSlate

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